Never looking for it, when I'm not using it at the moment, I put the dull end between my teeth and hold it until I need the needle again. When I'm not using them at all, they stay in a pin cushion as MZ Skeeter mentioned. The wooden dowel / tool you mention doesn't work for me, I like the control I have over everything when I've got my fingers close to my work (small detailed work). It's just the way I've always done it and always will. Didn't mean to ruffle anyone's feathers, just saying how I do it and giving an option.